Fisheries Monitoring Assistant in Miami, Florida at CSS Inc.

CSS, Inc. is looking for a qualified candidate to support the Fisheries Statistics Division (FSD) of NOAA's Southeast Fisheries Science Center (SEFSC). This individual will assist with distribution, reception, and quality control of commercial fisherman's logbooks that are required to be submitted to the SEFSC.

Responsibilities

• Annually distribute logbooks via US mail to permit holders.
• Travel locally to the post office to pick up incoming logbooks.
• Process incoming logbooks: stamp as received, organize the forms and assign schedule numbers.
• Monitor a phone line each business day that is used for permit holders who have questions about the logbook process.
• Mail wreckfish logbook and dealer reporting forms to permit holders as applicable.
• Perform data entry of various logbook and dealer reporting forms.
• Perform validation of various logbook and dealer reporting forms.
• Participate in outreach events such as Open Houses, Youth/Career Fairs, etc. in order to explain logbook program goals and methods to the public

Qualifications

• BS Degree in Marine Science or a related field; OR high school diploma plus three years of relevant experience.
• Proficient with common word processing, database, statistical, and graphics software.
• Ability to pass a National Agency Check (NACI) and maintain it throughout the duration of employment.
• Experience collecting catch and effort information from commercial fishers preferred

At CSS, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and merit-based workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, ensuring that hiring and employment decisions are based on qualifications, skills, and performance. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.